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More of My Thoughts on Welcoming the Mess

Posted on July 31, 2024 by admin

A few years ago, I wrote about the importance of welcoming the mess when making improvements. I’d like to talk more about that as I’ve gained some new insights since writing that previous post. So many things get worse before … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Nostalgia

Posted on September 6, 2023 by admin

Nostalgia is a powerful thing. I’m convinced it’s so strong because it’s so comforting. Let’s explore that. Some modern adults love toys, games, movies, TV shows, and other things that they enjoyed as kids. For many, those represent good times, … Continue reading →

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Grief

Posted on May 17, 2023 by admin

Grief is such a bizarre feeling. Aside from the sheer pain, it leaves you confused more often than not. You wonder how seemingly everyone you know can feel so good while you feel so bad. Eventually it dawns on you … Continue reading →

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My Thoughts on Coping Mechanisms

Posted on April 26, 2023 by admin

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about coping mechanisms. It seems that almost everyone has multiple coping mechanisms that help them get through the hard times. Anything from cell phones to talking for hours with those around them to playing … Continue reading →

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One Year Without Sawyer

Posted on April 19, 2023 by admin

One year. That’s how long it’s been since my dog Sawyer died. One year since I last pet him, held him, played with him, gave him hugs and kisses, and went on a car ride with him. Since I last … Continue reading →

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2022 Year End Review

Posted on December 28, 2022 by admin

Without a doubt, 2022 has been the hardest, most painful year of my life. All the years that held that title in the past seem like nothing in comparison to this year. Here are some observations about it. The year … Continue reading →

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Rest, Recovery, and Growth

Posted on July 6, 2022 by admin

I’ve noticed some people want to grow continuously. They undergo a number of challenges and stressors (often going out of their way for them) in the hope of reaching new heights as a result of growing from each one of … Continue reading →

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Being a Good Student

Posted on December 8, 2021 by admin

In addition to going to school as most people do, I’ve also learned a lot from teachers skilled in juggling, unicycling, dancing, martial arts, and other activities I enjoy. Along with learning those activities, I’ve also learned how to be … Continue reading →

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Gentle Lessons

Posted on February 17, 2021 by admin

Every so often, I get opportunities to dig deep and work on things within myself without too much pain. I call these opportunities “gentle lessons”. Here are a few relatively recent examples. The first example concerns my dog, Sawyer. He … Continue reading →

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My Reflections on 2020

Posted on December 30, 2020 by admin

Where do I even begin? I didn’t see any of this coming at the start of 2020. This year started off normally for me, right down to attending Lollies and Lemonade in late January exactly as I had done in … Continue reading →

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